Global Variables
A global variable is a variable that can be accessed by all functions.
A global variable can be established by define:
(define *turtle-pen* #f)The define establishes the variable as global and gives it an initial value.
Global variables can cause certain problems:
Rule: Enclose global variable names in *, both as documentation and to avoid name conflicts.
Rule: Use global variables sparingly (never on exams).
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